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BOOKSHOP AND BOOK/MEDIA SALES

Bookshop at BJK Main Library

The Bookshop at the BJK Main Library is open! Find gently-used books, DVDs, and CDs at great prices. The Bookshop is located on the 1st floor, just to the left of the main door off Broadway. Check it out!

We use an Honor Box for payment, so be sure to bring cash or a check.

Neighborhood Branch Library Book Sales

Every neighborhood library has a Friends book sales rack where books and media donated by the local community and media are displayed for sale. Sales are on the honor system. A price list is posted on the book rack and a donation box where patrons deposit the price of their sale.

Funds are collected by the Friends and donated directly to the library to help pay for special programs and books.

Book and Media Donations

Thank you Long Beach community for your generous book and media donations! The generosity of the community allows our book sales to help support the library’s summer reading programs, provide cultural and literary events for the community, and fund training for library staff.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at lb.libraryfriends@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

What type of donations do you accept?

We generally accept books and media including DVDs, CDs, audio books on CD, and video games. At this time, we are NOT accepting DVDs. We are also unable to accept: moldy, wet, torn, yellowed or damaged books; encyclopedias; out-of-date textbooks or computer books (2019 and older); VHS tapes; Books on Tape and cassettes; Newspapers, magazines and pamphlets; Library discards– other than Children’s, Young Adult, & Large Print.

All donated items are tax-deductible, and a receipt will be provided upon request.

Where do I take take my donations?

Please help by following these guidelines for donations: All books need to be in good, re-sellable condition. Books should be clean with no tears, broken spines, missing pages, etc. Donations of 1-2 bags or boxes per visit can be made at most LBPL neighborhood libraries. Larger Donations? Take the boxes to our Billie Jean King Main Library. There is 20-minute parking available in front of the library. Ask at the check-out desk to borrow a cart for your donations. Or you can email us at lb.libraryfriends@gmail.com for other suggestions.

How are the book sale proceeds used?

All proceeds are used to support our Long Beach libraries with new materials including books, media, and program supplies. Membership dues and donations also support summer reading programs, provide cultural and literary events for community, and fund training for library staff.

Do you only accept electronic payment for membership dues and donations, or can I mail you a check?

Yes, you can mail membership dues and donations to our Post Office box: Friends of the Long Beach Public Library, PO BOX 15733, Long Beach, CA

How long has Friends of the Long Beach Public Library been operating?

The Friends of the Long Beach Public Library is an all-volunteer, California 501(c)(3) non-profit membership organization open to all. The Friends organization was founded in 1963 when a concerned group of citizens joined forces with City Librarian Blanche Collins to battle the City Council for the right of librarians to make book-buying decisions for the City of Long Beach library system. We have been providing support to our local libraries and librarians ever since.

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BOOKSHOP AND BOOK/MEDIA SALES

Bookshop at BJK Main Library

Neighborhood Branch Library Book Sales

Book and Media Donations

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Upcoming Events

BOOKSHOP AND BOOK/MEDIA SALES

Bookshop at BJK Main Library

Neighborhood Branch Library Book Sales

Book and Media Donations

Photo Gallery

JOIN US! Become a Friend of the Long Beach Public Library

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Frequently Asked Questions

Contact Us

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